Massachusetts
Find local adventures, unique places to stay, and local adventure tours in Massachusetts.
Top Adventures in Massachusetts
Explore Bash Bish Falls
One of my favorite walks to a spectacular falls. The trail is easy to follow and one mile from NY parking lot and 0.5 from the parking lot. The apparent place to swim. There are several very nice, family safe swimmable pools in the creek above an...
1 miles
Hike the Purgatory Chasm Trail
For this 1-mile hike, you can park at the Purgatory Chasm Visitor Center. From there hit the trail and explore the unusual gap between the tall granite walls, which might be adorned with climbers. Great for all ages and dogs are welcome too. The t...
1 miles
115 ft gain
Hike Southern Middlesex Fells Loop
Park in the parking area near Bellevue Pond. There are multiple entrances to the reservation (some closer to the reservoir itself than others). I have spent days in there hiking around and never seeing the water and there are days when I just hike...
3.5 miles
756 ft gain
Hike The Skyline Trail at Blue Hills
Park in the lot across from Batterymarch Rd off of Willard St. Access the Skyline trail from here, it is marked blue. Follow the signs. The trails in Blue Hills are perfect for training for backpacking because they are so steep and rocky. I would ...
12.7 miles
2542 ft gain
Walk the Freedom Trail
Park along the trail and then hop on. The Freedom Trail allows you to not only see the most beautiful parts of Boston (which is an absolutely gorgeous city) but you can learn some history too! Head off the trail a bit to explore the Charles River,...
2.9 miles
121 ft gain
Explore the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Located just north of Boston, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1941 to provide feeding, resting, and nesting habitat for migratory birds. The refuge lands are both scenic and diverse, with approximately 4700 acres of habita...
6.5 miles
Hike the Great Blue Hill Trail
This is family-friendly hike takes you to nice views of Boston, after a moderately challenging stretch of elevation gain. Follow the blue markers along Great Blue Hill Trail to reach the observation tower. This is also a great spot for bird watchi...
2.3 miles
550 ft gain
Hike the Hellcat Dunes Trail
Park in the parking area off of Refuge Rd. Take the Dunes Trail, a boardwalk path for the 0.7-mile loop. Enjoy the views from an observation deck on three-story-high dunes. This trail is accessible from April-October.
0.7 miles
16 ft gain
Camp in Provincetown at Dunes' Edge Campground
Cape Cod, Massachusetts is full of campgrounds and dunes to explore, but the best of the two are located at the very end of the cape, around the areas of Truro and Provincetown.Travel to the very beginning (or end, depending on how you look at it)...
Hike around Walden Pond
Park in the lot ($8 for MA residents) by Walden Pond to access the trail, and head out either direction on the loop around the pond. Trail is accessible from April-October.
1.69 miles
45 ft gain
Hike the Wilson Mountain Reservation Trail
This easy, well maintained trail has a little bit of everything you could need for a leisurely loop hike - bridges and streams, views of Boston, bird watching, and a dog-friendly policy (leash on).
2 miles
Hike the Blackstone Gorge Trail
Park at the lot at the corner of Staples Lane and County Street. From here you can access the Blackstone Gorge Trail. Dogs are allowed on leash, and you can enjoy various paths along the river or through the forest. At multiple points you can find...
0.7 miles
72 ft gain
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Clarksburg, Massachusetts
Hidden Hoosic Riverside Camp
Upon arrival you will be greeted by picturesque Berkshire views. With Mount Greylock in the distance, you’ll walk through the open meadow, past a small pond, and into the forest. Just a five minute...From $100/night
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New Marlborough, Massachusetts
Echo Hill
This quiet, secluded camp on over 30 acres is a great place to unplug and rewind. There is also plenty to do in the towns nearby! Echo Hill is located in the heart of the Berkshire Mountains, home...From $150/night
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Conway, Massachusetts
Trailside Camp At Greenhill
Greenhill is 48 acres of fields and woods - a beautiful place to unwind after a day of exploring the amazing wealth of activities in the surrounding area. Within a half hour drive are miles of hiki...From $120/night
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Richmond, Massachusetts
Berkshire Mountain Hideaway
Magical, quiet campsite, only a short walk ( less than 1/4 mile) ) from easy access parking. Glacial rock to one direction, seasonal spring stream to another. Hiking trails right from the site to P...From $120/night
